Kitchen Staff Jobs in Benton, AR

The Kitchen Staff are the backbone of the hospitality service industry, responsible for a broad range of duties. They ensure the smooth operation of the kitchen by preparing ingredients, cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment, assisting in food preparation, and maintaining stock levels of food and supplies. They are also responsible for maintaining high hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen to assure the quality of food served to guests. Additionally, they might be required to handle customer service related issues, such as taking orders, serving food, and addressing customer complaints.

To excel in this role, Kitchen Staff should possess a number of key skills and certifications. They should have a food handler's certificate, signifying they are trained in food safety practices. A good level of physical fitness and endurance is also important as the job involves standing for long hours and handling heavy kitchen equipment. Strong teamwork, time management, and multitasking skills are indispensable to cope with the fast-paced working environment. Prior to becoming a Kitchen Staffer, individuals may have roles like Wait Staff, Dishwasher, or Food Prep Assistant to gain relevant experience in the hospitality industry.

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Cook

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 13 hours ago

Collaborate with kitchen team members to coordinate food preparation and order execution. Maintain a clean and organized kitchen area, including washing dishes and equipment....

Restaurant Crew Member

  • Malvern, AR (20 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Malvern, AR (20 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 14 hours ago

All Whataburger Jobs Restaurant Crew Member - Full Time Whataburger - Malvern, AR Posted on 03/13/25 (Ref: AR4lcrIQgw) Benefits: Dental insurance Employee discounts Flexible schedule Free food &...

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 17 hours ago

Morrison Healthcare We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location: Arkansas State Hospital - 305 South Palm Street, Little Rock, AR 72205 Note: online...

Grill Cook

  • Bryant, AR (8 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Bryant, AR (8 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 18 hours ago

Job Description NOW HIRING / IMMEDIATELY HIRING: GRILL COOKS Part-time or full-time hours at a highly competitive rate of pay. Comprehensive benefits program offered to all team members -...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time COOK position. Location : Arkansas Children's Hospital - 1 Children's Way, Little Rock, AR 72202. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full...

Full Time Line Cook

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 1 day ago

Requirements Qualifications Food preparation experience is preferred. Ability to keep a work space clean while working....

Utility Worker - Preparation

  • Malvern, AR (20 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 2 days ago
  • Malvern, AR (20 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 2 days ago

Join the Acme Brick Family UTILITY WORKER FLSA Status: Non-exempt Acme Brick Company (a Berkshire Hathaway Company) is an organization of professionals in the manufacturing and building material...

Baker

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 3 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 3 days ago

PANERA CAFE ASSOCIATE: BAKER Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself and reach your goals? If so, then Panera is for you. We do everything possible to earn...

Food Service - Associate

  • Little Rock, AR (21 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 4 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (21 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 4 days ago

Food Service Associate Who are we: SSA Group works with zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural attractions on integrating dining, retail, admissions and more. We increase revenue...

Food Service Worker/Cashier (Full And Part Time)

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 4 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 4 days ago

Chartwells K12 We are hiring immediately for full and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location: Pulaski County Special School District 925 East Dixon Road, Little Rock, ZR 72206 Note:...

Food Service Worker/Cashier (Full And Part Time)

  • Little Rock, AR (21 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 5 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (21 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 5 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location : Pulaski County Special School District 925 East Dixon Road, Little Rock, ZR 72206 Note: online...

Food Service Worker

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 7 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 7 days ago

Elior North America Food Service Worker in Little Rock , Arkansas Food Service Worker Job Reference Number: 27971 Employment Type: Full-Time , Onsite Segment: Education Brand: K-12-by-Elior State:...

Dishwasher

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 8 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 8 days ago

He/She may be asked to assist other kitchen staff with cleaning of work stations and assisting with food prep when needed....

Cook

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 8 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 8 days ago

Cooks hot side food items for banquets and assists other cooks in food preparation as needed....

Line Cook

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 9 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 9 days ago

WE ARE LONGHORN. Legendary food and service begins with legendary people. We believe in earning the loyalty of our Team Members with our strong, diverse culture, well-done benefits and growth...

Demographic Data for Benton, AR

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Benton, AR

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitalityServices research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs in Benton, AR offer the following education background
High School or GED
46.3%
Bachelor's Degree
15.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.3%
Some High School
4.0%
Some College
3.5%
Master's Degree
3.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Kitchen Staffs in Benton, AR
None
41.7%
Less than 1 year
37.0%
1-2 years
14.4%
4-6 years
4.4%
6-8 years
2.6%


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